written by Andrew Duffy
technical implementer: Wolfgang Christian and Mario Belloni
This web page is an interactive physics simulation that explores magnetic fields. The user can add currents coming into or out of a simulated grid, and see the fields created. There is also a selection of pre-created fields, including bar magnets, loops, opposing magnets, and coils in uniform fields. Double-clicking on any point displays the full loop created by the magnetic field. This item is part of a larger collection of introductory physics simulations developed by the author.
This is part of a collection of similar simulation-based student activities.
Please note that this resource requires Java.
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Boston University Physics Applets: Magnetic Field Demonstration:
Is Part Of Boston University Physics Applets: Second Semester
This is the full index of interactive Java simulations by the same author on Electricity and Magnetism. This particular collection is devoted to topics typically covered in a second semester introductory physics class.relation by Caroline Hall
Accompanies Boston University Physics Applets: Magnetic Field Demonstration 2
This is the companion applet, "Magnetic Field Demonstration 2". Users can create a magnetic field and place in it current carrying wires. The simulation will display the field these wires create, and the forces they experience.relation by Caroline Hall
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